Sermons on Rip:

Build Upon The Rock

Contributed by Dwight Davis on Aug 3, 2003

In a life filled with trials and storms, we must be certain we build upon the Rock. How can we be sure of our foundation?

“Build Upon the Rock” As you may know, hurricane season is fast approaching, in fact it officially begins for us on June 1st. And I’m sure that because of names like Hazel, Fran, and Floyd, none of us here need be reminded that hurricanes are one of nature’s most destructive and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:47-49, Matthew 7:21

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

You Have A Place At God's Table

Contributed by Charles Degner on Aug 13, 2003

It was by grace that Moses and the elders of Israel could stand before God. In the same way, we have a place at God’s table - by his grace.

Text: Exodus 24: 3-11 Series: Pentecost 10 B Author: Rev. Charles F. Degner August 17, 2003 "When Moses went and told the people all the Lord’s words and laws, they responded with one voice, "Everything the LORD has said we will do." Moses then wrote down everything the LORD had said. He ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 24:3-11

Denomination: Lutheran

The Prevailing Power Of The Church Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Sep 15, 2003

Last in 16 week series on 1 Corinthians. There is a terrible fire of evil in our world. God has called the church to put it out.

The Prevailing Power of the Church Slide 1 There is a terrible fire in our world… photo of fire and house This week is the second anniversary of the September 11th attacks on our country. 19 Men used airliners filled with people against the World Trade Center Towers and the Pentagon and over ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Things Are Different Now" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Mar 20, 2003

We live different from the world because we are walking in His light.

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches March 10, 2002 Fourth Sunday of Lent “Things Are Different Now” Ephesians 5:8-14 INTRODUCTION: How many have heard the statement, “They are as different as day and night.”? Paul is using this same kind of contrast between darkness and light when he is speaking of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-14

Denomination: Methodist

The Passion Of Christ Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Mar 4, 2004

Learn God’s reasons for the sufferings of Jesus christ

THE PASSION OF CHRIST Isaiah 53:1-12 How many people have already seen The Passion of the Christ? I went to see the movie this past Thursday. I had one thought during the movie and one though after the movie. As tears filled my eyes, my first thought was, “I should be the one punished. I ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12

Denomination: *other

It's A Love Thing

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Mar 12, 2004

What’s love got to do with it....Everything

“It’s a Love Thing” Ephesians 2:1-7 The book of Ephesians is described as the most profound book in the Bible. It is the only Pauline epistle that has nothing to do directly concerning the church of Ephesus, but is concerned with dealings that affect all Christians. He starts outside the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-7

Denomination: Apostolic

The Furious Love Of God Series

Contributed by Scotty Killingsworth on Mar 25, 2004

In the Ragamuffin Gospel Brennen Manning quotes and elaborates on what Chesterton taught about grace. Chesterton calls grace The Furious Love of God. Manning explains, “God is not moody or capricious; He knows no seasons of change. He has a single relen

CEL032804 Why did Jesus die? To show us the furious love of God. In the Ragamuffin Gospel Brennen Manning quotes and elaborates on what Chesterton taught about grace. Chesterton calls grace The Furious Love of God. Manning explains, “God is not moody or capricious; He knows no seasons of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Voices

Contributed by Gary Merillat on Apr 12, 2003

This sermon is a consideration of the voices in the Palm Sunday text of Luke 19

Voices Luke 19:28-48 Introduction Every day there are many voices trying to convince us about how to live our lives. Those voices do not always offer wise counsel. Illustration: Here are instructions on how to react to hungry pythons, as given to Peace Corpsmen serving in Brazil — “Remember not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-48

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Smoke And Mirrors Or An Empty Tomb"

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Apr 17, 2003

The resurrection of Jesus Christ is either smoke and mirrors or a historical fact, the tomb is empty.

“Smoke and Mirrors or an Empty Tomb” I Corinthians 15 The resurrection of Jesus Christ is either smoke and mirrors or a Historical Fact – the Tomb is empty. People have various viewpoints concerning the person of Jesus Christ. Many are set in their ways and refuse to objectively examine the ...read more

Denomination: Free Methodist

"Strengthening Your Faith In Troubled Times--Daily Faith"

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on May 8, 2003

We must bring our faith out of the future and into the present for it to be effective.

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches May 18, 2003 “Strengthening Your Faith in Troubled Times--Daily Faith” John 11:17-27 INTRODUCTION: How easy is it for you to have faith for today? Sometimes we think of faith in terms of the future. Next year “my ship will come in.” Next month I will see things ...read more

Scripture: John 11:17-27

Denomination: Methodist

By Who's Authority? Series

Contributed by John Hamby on May 13, 2003

It is not that the religious leaders did not know who Jesus was, but that they would not accept his authority. We are in the sinful state that we are in today, not because we do not know that God exists, but because we have refused to acknowledge h

A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 55 By Who’s Authority? Luke 19:45-48, 20:1-18 Over the last week or so we have seen pictures of thousands of Shiite Moslems as pilgrims in Iraq as demonstration of their religious devotion. A ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:1

Denomination: Baptist

Asleep In The Light

Contributed by Thomas Dibble on May 16, 2003

This is the call to every believer - to awake out of sleep and shake the slumber off and reach out your hand to pull someone to safety. The world is lost in darkness but we the church must not be asleep in the light.

You deserve a break today is the familiar slogan of Macdonald’s. It has a certain ring to it, doesn’t it! It has a certain allure that catches our attention. I do deserve a break today. With the pressures of our school, work and family, with our hectic busy schedules sometimes we feel like “Yes ...read more

Scripture: Amos 6:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Title: Applying Christ's Method Of Evangelism (A Fictional Story With A Non

Contributed by Doug Koehler on Feb 22, 2002

In John 4:5+ we find a wonderful example of Jesus using an everyday moment to speak about the joy that He personally manifests. This sermon makes comparison to John4:5+ with a modern day twist.

***If you don’t like creative homiletics, this sermon is not for you. Title: Applying Christ’s Method of Evangelism (A fictional story with a non fictional purpose) Date Authored: Feb 18, 2002 Second Sunday in Lent: Trinity Lutheran Church: My car has just broken down about 3 miles ...read more

Scripture: John 4:5-42

Denomination: Lutheran

When Heaven Touches Earth Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Dec 13, 2002

A sermon for our Carols by Candlelight service. Slightly evangelistic

When Heaven touches earth. WBC 15.12.02pm Carols by Candlelight I was reading the story of Jesus’ birth to my day-care children one morning. As usual, I stopped to see if they understood. "What do we call the three wise men?" I asked. "The three maggots," replied a bright 5-year-old. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

New Year's Resolutions Require More Than Duct Tape

Contributed by Chris Mason on Jan 4, 2003

God through the death of His Son offers more than a quick fix, rather He offers a lasting solution!

INTRODUCTION The first week in January, has to be the most depressing week of the year! The holidays are over, all the family and friends are gone, the presents have all been opened, the Christmas candy has dwindled, and now it’s time to go back to work and school! What a drag! While I think ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3, Mark 10:17-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ